M6 Southbound Halted After Collision Near Stafford
A collision on the M6 southbound near Stafford has brought traffic to a halt, with stationary queues stretching from Penkridge to Junction 13. Motorists face delays on Sunday July 26.
Category : Traffic Updates
Brentwood Bridleway Diversion and August Road Closures
Essex County Council has issued a diversion order for Bridleway 183 and confirmed multiple road closures across Brentwood in August 2026, affecting several villages and the town centre.
Offal Spillage on M6 Closed Lanes Near Stafford
A spillage of offal on the M6 near Stafford closed two lanes, causing significant traffic delays. Clean-up crews worked to remove the animal waste.
Drivers Caught Most by Red Light Cameras in Afternoons
New data reveals drivers are most often caught by red light cameras between 12pm and 4:59pm, with afternoons seeing highest offence numbers across multiple police forces.
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Bus Diverted After Crash on Birmingham Road
A bus was diverted and roads closed after a multi-vehicle crash on a Birmingham road; emergency services responded to the incident causing significant traffic disruption.
Offal spillage closes M6 near Stafford, all lanes reopen
All lanes on the M6 near Stafford have reopened after an offal spillage caused congestion and lane closures on Tuesday morning. Drivers faced delays as cleanup crews worked.
M42 Tamworth crash closes motorway southbound
A serious crash involving a motorbike and a car has closed the M42 southbound between J10 and J9 in Warwickshire. Emergency services, including Warwickshire Police, are at the scene. Drivers face long delays.
M6 Offal Spillage Causes 80-Minute Delays
An offal spillage on the M6 near Stafford has led to 80-minute delays, with two lanes closed and miles of congestion. Emergency services are on scene for cleanup.
Lane Closure Near Merry Hill Shopping Centre
A lane closure near Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Dudley will cause delays from March 10 to 14, affecting the A4036.
Midlands Braces for Heavy Rain Over Final July Weekend
The Midlands is set for heavy downpours this weekend as a band of rain moves southeast, with up to 32mm possible in some areas, ending the recent dry spell.
Andy Burnham £275 Tax for Pre-2017 Cars
Owners of older cars face up to £275 tax under PM Andy Burnham. Rates vary by emissions, with new charges for low-emission vehicles.
M5 Crash Leaves Man in 20s Seriously Injured
A man in his 20s was seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the M5 in Worcestershire involving three cars and a van, prompting a police investigation.
M5 northbound closed after multi-vehicle crash
The M5 northbound is closed after a serious multi-vehicle accident between J5 and J4A, causing delays of up to 40 minutes and three miles of congestion.
M5 Crash Causes 80-Minute Delays Near Birmingham
A crash involving three cars and a van on the M5 near Birmingham caused 80-minute delays, with queues stretching back five miles and one lane closed for emergency services.
Birmingham Roadworks Until Mid-September
Major roadworks around Birmingham's town centre island will cause delays until mid-September, affecting key routes including the A41 and A38.
Oxfordshire Installs New Speed and Red-Light Cameras at A40
Oxfordshire County Council plans new speed and red-light cameras at A40 Barton Park junction targeting drivers exceeding 50mph, with support from Thames Valley Police.
Water Levels Plunge at Staffordshire Reservoir
Water levels at a Staffordshire reservoir have dropped significantly due to prolonged dry weather. Severn Trent is planning a new pipeline to secure water supplies for the region.
Starmer Government Unveils Tougher Driving Penalties
Motorists face tougher penalties including points for seatbelt offences, lower drink-drive limit, and mandatory eyesight tests for over-70s under new road safety strategy.
Met Office West Midlands weather: Rain and wind forecast
The Met Office forecasts rain and strong winds for the West Midlands, including Birmingham, with gusts up to 45 mph and persistent showers through the weekend.
Black Country New Road: Speeding Hotspot with Thousands Caught
A one-mile stretch of Black Country New Road is a West Midlands speeding hotspot, with 2,024 southbound and 1,696 northbound offences this year, according to police data.
M5 Multi-Vehicle Crash Halts Traffic in West Midlands
A multi-vehicle crash on the M5 in the West Midlands has brought traffic to a standstill, causing significant delays for commuters.
Wolverhampton Ring Road Closed After Serious Crash
A serious crash on Wolverhampton's ring road near Stafford Street has closed the road. Police are at the scene and appeal for dashcam footage. Avoid the area.
Road Closures and 30mph Limit for Race for Life in Chelmsford
Essex County Council has issued temporary traffic orders for Chelmsford and surrounding areas, including a 30mph limit on the A414 for Race for Life and road closures for works.
Man dies and woman hurt in Birmingham city centre crash
A man in his 20s died and a woman suffered potentially life-threatening injuries after a car hit railings in Birmingham city centre early Monday. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
Birmingham Crash: Delays on Great Charles St Queensway
A serious collision on Great Charles St Queensway in Birmingham has caused significant delays. The road partially reopened, but motorists face 30+ minute delays and bus services are affected.
Birmingham A Road Closed for Emergency Incident
A major road in Birmingham has been closed as emergency services respond to an incident. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Broad Street bus lane cameras catch 18,000 drivers
Almost 18,000 drivers have been caught by new bus lane cameras on Birmingham's Broad Street in 2025, with the majority of fines issued at Berkley Street.
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Motorcyclist Dies in Birmingham Bus Crash
A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a bus in Birmingham. Police are appealing for witnesses to the fatal crash that occurred on Wednesday evening.
A-Road Speed Limit Cut from 60mph to 50mph Proposed
A major road safety initiative proposes cutting the speed limit on the A370 in Weston-super-Mare from 60mph to 50mph due to a collision rate ten times higher than expected.
Solihull School Streets Scheme Expands After Success
Solihull Council's School Streets scheme, which cut car use from 31% to 8% at one school, is set to expand to Coppice Primary School after reporting clear benefits for safety and air quality.
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